Fodor's Southern California 2016 by Fodor's
Author:Fodor's
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Fodor's Travel Publications
Published: 2015-10-18T16:00:00+00:00
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Welcome to The Monterey Bay Area
Carmel and Pacific Grove
Monterey
Around Monterey Bay
Santa Cruz
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Updated by Cheryl Crabtree
Natural beauty is at the heart of the Monterey Bay area’s enormous appeal—it’s everywhere, from the redwood-studded hillsides to the pristine shoreline with miles of walking paths and bluff-top vistas. Nature even takes center stage indoors at the world-famous Monterey Bay Aquarium, but history also draws visitors, most notably to Monterey’s well-preserved waterfront district. Quaint, walkable towns and villages such as Carmel-by-the-Sea and Carmel Valley Village lure with smart restaurants and galleries, while sunny Aptos, Capitola, Soquel, and Santa Cruz, with miles of sand and surf, attract surfers and beach lovers.
Monterey Bay life centers on the ocean. The bay itself is protected by the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, the nation’s largest undersea canyon—bigger and deeper than the Grand Canyon. On-the-water activities abound, from whale-watching and kayaking to sailing and surfing. Bay cruises from Monterey and Moss Landing almost always encounter other enchanting sea creatures, among them sea otters, sea lions, and porpoises.
Land-based activities include hiking, zip-lining in the redwood canopy, and wine tasting along urban and rural trails. Golf has been an integral part of the Monterey Peninsula’s social and recreational scene since the Del Monte Golf Course opened in 1897. Pebble Beach’s championship courses host prestigious tournaments, and though the green fees at these courses can run up to $500, elsewhere on the peninsula you’ll find less expensive options. And, of course, whatever activity you pursue, natural splendor appears at every turn.
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